Short Dread Ponytail

Braided Man Ponytail

Textured Ponytail

Half-Up Braided Ponytail

Add a few accent braids to update your pony.

Loose Braid Ponytail

A casual style for any day.

Ponytails are for the fellas too!

The man ponytail is more versatile than one may think. Just like the man bun, this style can be worn by a diverse set of men with different hair types. The key to nailing this look is finding the kind of ponytail that suits your face, hair texture and hair length. If you’re in need of some styling ideas, you’re in luck because we’ve got some hairstyles for you to try.

Ready to let your man bun loose and exchange it for a man ponytail? We have some looks for you. From man ponytails with dreadlocks to pin straight styles, here are our top ponytail hairstyles for men:

Man Ponytail: 10 Ways to Wear the Man Pony

The sleek ponytail.

1. Asian Ponytail

Styling a ponytail and Asian hair? Here’s a tip: If you want to lay flyaways down, you can use a flat iron to straighten your hair before you gather it into a ponytail. To finish your style add AXE Smooth Look: Shine Pomade for added shine.

Sweep thick curly hair into a pony.

2. Curly Ponytail

In the mood to contain your thick curly hair for a day? Gather it all into a pony.

3. Half Bun Ponytail

4. Bandana Ponytail

Want to make your man ponytail cooler than it already is? Add a bandana to create an edgy look.

Refresh your box braids style with this man ponytail.

5. Box Braid Man Ponytail

Have and undercut with box braids? Pull your braids up into a high ponytail to update your look.

Style short locs into a pony.

6. Short Dread Ponytail

Need a new way to style your locs? Gather your dreads into a low loose ponytail. For a style like this where your scalp is exposed, opt for using a shampoo like Bed Head For Men Wise Up™ Scalp Shampooto keep your scalp healthy and clean.

How neat is this braid? Photo credit: indigitalimages.com

7. Braided Man Ponytail

Want a refined and stylish look for your ponytail style? This neat French braid is a great place to start. Before braiding your hair, you can apply Dove Men+Care Control Gelto help keep your braid in place.

Thick low pony on textured hair. Photo credit: indigitalimages.com

8. Textured Ponytail

This hairstyle is so versatile that it’s making its rounds on the runway.

Add a few accent braids to update your pony.

9. Half-Up Braided Ponytail

Turn your man ponytail into a fun look with the addition of accent braids.

A casual style for any day.

10. Loose Braid Ponytail

Secure the ends of your ponytail with a simple loose braid. Fasten it with a hair elastic.

Men’s Ponytail Styles: 4 Super Cool Looks

If your hair length is a bit on the longer side, it never hurts to throw your hair up into an easy ponytail style. But while some men’s ponytail styles can be a bit basic, there are tons of easy ways to give your ponytail style some life without making things too complicated. Adding in braids, for example, can really help give your style some added edge. Or, if you have a trendy undercut style, wearing a ponytail on the top part of your head definitely keeps your cut interesting.

A dreadlock pony is anything but boring.

1. Dreadlock Ponytail

If you have natural hair that is already styled into dreadlocks, wearing a dreadlock ponytail is an easy and fun style that doesn’t require a whole lot of styling time. To get this casual yet striking look, carefully gather your dreads and fashion them into a ponytail that sits at the back of the head. Yes, it’s really that easy.

A ponytail helps give your undercut some life.

2. Undercut Ponytail

Men’s ponytail styles are also great for those with fade cuts, as the top part of undercuts, quiffs and pompadours can easily be styled into a trendy ponytail that keeps your hair off your face. To get the look, you’ll want to start off with clean and build-up-free hair before you style. Then, once you’ve properly shampooed, conditioned and towel-dried your hair, proceed to use a styling gel, like Bed Head for Men by TIGI Power Play Gel, on your damp hair before you actually create your pony. But once it’s time to create your ponytail, be sure to use a styling comb to carefully create a high ponytail that sits on top of your head. If you want to give your style some extra hold, use some styling spray to help keep your style in place.

Use a comb and an elastic to get this runway-ready style. Photo credit: indigitalimages.com

3. Thick, Low Ponytail

A low ponytail look is one of the easiest men’s ponytail styles to create, as it gives long and thick hair types a polished and runway-ready look fast. Creating this style takes literally seconds to create; all you need is a good styling brush, like the Ibiza CX2 Paddle Hair Brush, and an elastic to secure your ponytail style in place.

4. Braided Sporty Ponytail

If you prefer men’s ponytail styles that are cool and sporty, wearing a braided sporty ponytail can definitely help shake things up without hesitation. To get this offbeat look, start by fashioning your hair into a high ponytail that sits on the top of your head. To give your pony that braided effect, simply fashion your ponytail into a three-strand braid. Secure with an elastic, and wear this funky look on your next day off.

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